Crab Peri Peri Recipe

Name: Crab Peri Peri
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed; 1 tablespoon ginger, grated; 2 large tomatoes, skins removed; 1/3 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 small red onion, chopped fine; 4 blue crabs, cleaned and chopped into quarters with the shells on

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
2 large tomatoes, skins removed
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 small red onion, chopped fine
4 blue crabs, cleaned and chopped into quarters with the shells on

1
Grind chilies, garlic, garam masala, cumin seeds, ginger, tomatoes and vinegar to a paste using a pestle and mortar or small food processor with the. Season with salt.
2
Heat the oil in a large wok. Add the onion and cook until soft. Add the pieces of crab and stir them into the onions. Continue frying until they start to change colour slightly.
3
Stir the spice paste into the pan, to coat the pieces of crab. Add 3 tablespoons of water, bring to the boil and cover with a lid. Steam for 5-7 minutes until the crab shells turn red and the flesh is tender.
4
Serve straight from the pan. Ditch the cutlery for this dish - roll up your sleeves and dig inches.

158

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed, and more.

Yes, Crab Peri Peri falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crab Peri Peri

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